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Anti-hijab protests intensify in Iran over woman's custodial death

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Protests have erupted in Iran over the death of a 22-year-old woman, identified as Mahsa Amini. She was arrested by the state agencies for 'inappropriate dress', a claim refuted by her family.

By Sangam Singh  Sept 20, 2022 4:39:24 PM IST (Updated)

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The death caused furore as the country witnessed demonstrations in Tehran, including at several universities and in Mashhad, the country’s second-largest city. (Image: AP)

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Amini’s father also criticised the slow response of the emergency services and claimed that she was perfectly healthy prior to her arrest. (Image: AP)

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